JOB SUMMARY: The Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is the United States Department of Agriculture's chief scientific research agency and one of the world's premiere scientific organizations. ARS Postdoctoral Research Associates are hired to supplement a lead scientist's research on agricultural problems of high national priority affecting American agriculture. ANNOUNCEMENT IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED OR DECEMBER 8, 2025 MAJOR DUTIES: Apply knowledge and skills related to physical and chemical sciences to support the creation of value-added products from plant-derived polymers. IMPORTANT: Click the 'Apply for this job' button to view a complete job description.